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Get Access To All JobsAt Ford Component Sales, LLC (FCS), we don’t just sell parts; we provide the "heartbeat" for industries worldwide. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, we are the gateway to world-class engineering, powertrain solutions, and cutting-edge technology that have made Ford an icon for over a century.
Why Your Work Matters
When you join FCS, your reach extends far beyond the driveway. Our components power everything from high-performance marine vessels and rugged industrial machinery to advanced defense vehicles and the next generation of transportation. As our SAP Functional Consultant – Order Management, you are the digital architect ensuring that our "Ford DNA" reaches these diverse industries efficiently. You will be the bridge between our complex business needs and the powerful capabilities of SAP S/4 HANA, driving the operational excellence that keeps our global partners moving.
We operate with the entrepreneurial spirit of a specialized team, backed by the massive resources and innovation of Ford Motor Company. Since 1947, we’ve been "One Team" dedicated to excellence.
The Role
Are you a technical expert with a strategic mindset? As our SAP Functional Consultant, you will be the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Sales and Distribution (SD) processes. You won’t just configure software; you will optimize the "Order-to-Cash" (OTC) journey, ensuring our functional capabilities align perfectly with our strategic goals. If you are a proactive problem-solver who thrives on turning complex technical requirements into seamless business successes, we want to hear from you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Business Process Optimization: Analyze existing OTC processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend best-in-class improvements to align SAP configurations with business goals.
- Solution Design & Configuration: Lead the design and configuration of SAP SD modules, including sales order management, pricing, billing, and credit management.
- Requirements Leadership: Conduct workshops with stakeholders to elicit, define, and document detailed business requirements, functional specifications, and user stories.
- Project Management & Integration: Manage critical workstreams such as data migration and integrations with FI/CO, MM, and Logistics, ensuring seamless electronic document exchange (EDI) with trading partners.
- Testing & Quality Assurance: Lead unit, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure all system changes and enhancements function flawlessly.
- Training & Insights: Develop training materials to empower end-users and collaborate with stakeholders to design dashboards that provide valuable analytics into OTC performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for a motivated professional who excels in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. To be successful, you will typically possess:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. SAP Certification in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module is highly preferred.
- Technical Expertise: In-depth functional knowledge of SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA within the OTC/SD module, including hands-on configuration experience and functional specification writing.
- Project History: Proven experience working on at least two full-cycle SAP implementation projects (with at least one Greenfield implementation).
- Specialized Skills: Familiarity with EDI processes, data migration (extraction/cleansing), and integration with other SAP modules (FI/MM/WM). Knowledge of ABAP or BTP (Business Technology Platform) is a significant plus.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of core business processes (pricing, billing, inventory). Experience in the Automotive or Automotive Aftermarket industry is a plus.
JOIN US
If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, we’d love to talk with you. Are you ready to help power the world? Learn more about FCS at fordcomponentsalesllc.com and apply today.
FCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
At Ford Component Sales, LLC (FCS), we don’t just sell parts; we provide the "heartbeat" for industries worldwide. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, we are the gateway to world-class engineering, powertrain solutions, and cutting-edge technology that have made Ford an icon for over a century.
Why Your Work Matters
When you join FCS, your reach extends far beyond the driveway. Our components power everything from high-performance marine vessels and rugged industrial machinery to advanced defense vehicles and the next generation of transportation. As our SAP Functional Consultant – Order Management, you are the digital architect ensuring that our "Ford DNA" reaches these diverse industries efficiently. You will be the bridge between our complex business needs and the powerful capabilities of SAP S/4 HANA, driving the operational excellence that keeps our global partners moving.
We operate with the entrepreneurial spirit of a specialized team, backed by the massive resources and innovation of Ford Motor Company. Since 1947, we’ve been "One Team" dedicated to excellence.
The Role
Are you a technical expert with a strategic mindset? As our SAP Functional Consultant, you will be the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Sales and Distribution (SD) processes. You won’t just configure software; you will optimize the "Order-to-Cash" (OTC) journey, ensuring our functional capabilities align perfectly with our strategic goals. If you are a proactive problem-solver who thrives on turning complex technical requirements into seamless business successes, we want to hear from you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Business Process Optimization: Analyze existing OTC processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend best-in-class improvements to align SAP configurations with business goals.
- Solution Design & Configuration: Lead the design and configuration of SAP SD modules, including sales order management, pricing, billing, and credit management.
- Requirements Leadership: Conduct workshops with stakeholders to elicit, define, and document detailed business requirements, functional specifications, and user stories.
- Project Management & Integration: Manage critical workstreams such as data migration and integrations with FI/CO, MM, and Logistics, ensuring seamless electronic document exchange (EDI) with trading partners.
- Testing & Quality Assurance: Lead unit, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure all system changes and enhancements function flawlessly.
- Training & Insights: Develop training materials to empower end-users and collaborate with stakeholders to design dashboards that provide valuable analytics into OTC performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for a motivated professional who excels in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. To be successful, you will typically possess:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. SAP Certification in the Sales and Distribution (SD) module is highly preferred.
- Technical Expertise: In-depth functional knowledge of SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA within the OTC/SD module, including hands-on configuration experience and functional specification writing.
- Project History: Proven experience working on at least two full-cycle SAP implementation projects (with at least one Greenfield implementation).
- Specialized Skills: Familiarity with EDI processes, data migration (extraction/cleansing), and integration with other SAP modules (FI/MM/WM). Knowledge of ABAP or BTP (Business Technology Platform) is a significant plus.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of core business processes (pricing, billing, inventory). Experience in the Automotive or Automotive Aftermarket industry is a plus.
JOIN US
If you take pride in your work and are committed to personal and professional success, we’d love to talk with you. Are you ready to help power the world? Learn more about FCS at fordcomponentsalesllc.com and apply today.
FCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a SAP Consultant
Get SAP-certified before you apply
An SAP certification in a specific module, such as S/4HANA Finance or SAP SuccessFactors, signals job-readiness to sponsors. It also strengthens your specialty occupation case, which matters for employers navigating OPT work authorization requirements.
Match your degree to the role description
OPT authorization requires your job to relate to your degree field. SAP Consultant roles in finance modules align with accounting or MIS degrees. Confirm the match before applying so your employer can accurately document your work authorization eligibility.
Raise OPT early in the process
Mention your OPT status after a recruiter shows genuine interest, ideally before the offer stage. Framing it clearly, including your end date and STEM extension eligibility, gives employers enough lead time to assess sponsorship without derailing the conversation.
Prioritize roles tied to active S/4HANA migrations
SAP's push to migrate clients from ECC to S/4HANA by 2027 has created sustained demand for consultants. Companies mid-migration are more likely to sponsor because losing a consultant mid-project is far more disruptive than filing for visa sponsorship.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for sponsorship-ready employers
Migrate Mate surfaces SAP Consultant roles from employers with verified sponsorship histories. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves hours of research and helps you focus applications on companies already comfortable with work authorization processes.
SAP Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do SAP Consultant roles qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, SAP Consultant roles typically qualify as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as information systems, business, computer science, or engineering. The connection between your degree and the role must be documented by your employer. Roles focused on specific modules like SAP FICO, SAP SD, or SAP HCM generally satisfy this requirement cleanly.
Am I eligible for a STEM OPT extension as an SAP Consultant?
It depends on your degree. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field, such as management information systems, computer science, or industrial engineering, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. This gives you up to three years of total OPT work authorization, which significantly improves your H-1B sponsorship timeline.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor SAP Consultants on OPT?
SAP implementation and consulting firms are the most consistent sponsors because they regularly place consultants on client engagements and have HR infrastructure built for visa processing. Large enterprises running internal SAP teams in manufacturing, logistics, and financial services also sponsor regularly. You can browse verified sponsorship-friendly SAP Consultant openings directly on Migrate Mate to identify employers with a track record of supporting OPT workers.
Can I work as a contract SAP Consultant on OPT?
Contract and third-party placement arrangements are permitted on OPT, but with conditions. You must have a formal employment relationship with the staffing agency or consulting firm, not the end client. Self-employment and independent contracting are not allowed on standard OPT. The employer of record must be able to document and verify your employment if requested by USCIS.
How should I handle gaps between SAP consulting projects while on OPT?
OPT allows a maximum of 90 days of unemployment during the standard authorization period. If you work through a staffing firm, the time between placements may count against this limit if you are not technically employed. Staying on the payroll of a consulting firm between engagements is one way to manage this. Track your unemployment days carefully and consult your DSO if a gap looks likely.